Welcome to Tōtara Hospice

Providing free, holistic specialist palliative care to South and South-East Auckland, for patients with life-limiting illnesses

About Tōtara Hospice

Tōtara Hospice provides adult specialist palliative care services to the communities of South and South-East Auckland, proudly supporting the diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and beliefs of our patient community. Our multidisciplinary team works closely with GPs, hospital teams, and community services to deliver expert-led, holistic support for both patients and their whānau, ensuring comfort and dignity throughout their journey.

Our services are provided at no cost to our patients and whānau 

We are a registered Charitable Trust governed by a Board of Trustees and are a member of Hospice New Zealand.

OLLI

OLLI (Organisational Linked Learning Interface) is an innovative online learning platform by Tōtara Hospice that advances specialist palliative care education. OLLI’s courses integrate evidence-based research with practical insights, offering interactive content, case studies, and actionable strategies to enhance professional development and improve patient outcomes.

24-Hour palliative care support line

Our 24-hour phone service offers immediate phone advice for patients and whānau receiving care from Tōtara Hospice.​

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Patient support​

Tōtara Hospice delivers specialist palliative care through inpatient services, community care, and a 24-hour advisory line, tailoring care to meet the unique needs of each individual patient.

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Whānau support​

Tōtara Hospice offers dedicated support to whānau, ensuring they are fully supported while caring for their loved one throughout their palliative journey.​
 

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Thanks to our partners, funders and sponsors for Making Hospice Happen

Proud member of End-of-Life Choice Society NZ, supporting the rights of terminally ill people to choose their own pathway

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